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2009 Nissan Armada LE 4x4

The 2009 Nissan Armada LE 4x4 is a 317-hp 5.6-liter V8 SUV with a 5-speed electronically controlled automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $47,860 MSRP.

It makes 317 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 385 lb-ft of torque at 3400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 12 mpg city and 18 mpg highway.

The Armada measures 207.7 inches long on a 123.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,841 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$47,860 ($72,515 *)
Engine
Engine Type5.6L DOHC 32-Valve V8 "Endurance" (VK56DE)
Displacement5.6 L
Horsepower317 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque385 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive Type4WD
Differential TypeStandard Dana axles; 2-wheel (2WD) or 4-wheel (4WD) Automatic Brake Limited Slip (ABLS)
Transmission
Transmission5-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic (w/ tow-haul mode)
Fuel Economy
City12 MPG
Highway18 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Unleaded (FFV models also accept up to 85% ethanol/E85)
Tank Capacity28 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble-wishbone with stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone with stabilizer bar
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front20 in. Aluminum-Alloy, machine finished (20x8JJ)
Wheels Rear20 in. Aluminum-Alloy, machine finished (20x8JJ)
Tires FrontP275/60R20 Michelin
Tires RearP275/60R20 Michelin
Dimensions & Weight
Length207.7 in
Wheelbase123.2 in
Cargo Volume20 ft³
Curb Weight5,841 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (21.9 % risk)
Tested variant: 2009 Nissan Armada 4-DR w/SAB

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan ARMADA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Feb 10, 2023 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.

Consequence: A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver’s airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.

NHTSA campaign 23V067000

May 20, 2010 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT AND REAR LOWER LINKS, P/NOS. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, AND 54500ZR00A, SOLD BETWEEN NOVEMBER 25, 2009 AND MAY 14, 2010 AS REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND QX56, AND MODEL YEARS 2005 THROUGH 2010 FRONTIER, XTERRA, AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY HAS TWO CYLINDRICAL COLLARS FORMING THE INBOARD ATTACHMENT POINTS TO THE CHASSIS. DUE TO AN IMPROPER WELDING PROCESS SOME COLLARS MAY CONTAIN WELDS THAT DO NOT MEET STRENGTH SPECIFICATIONS.

Consequence: IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY AFFECTED LOWER LINK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 10E019000

Mar 3, 2010 · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56 VEHICLES. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE MAY INACCURATELY DISPLAY THAT THE VEHICLE STILL HAS SOME FUEL, TYPICALLY ABOUT ONE QUARTER TANK, WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS EMPTY.

Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RUN OUT OF GAS AND STALL ON THE HIGHWAY, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL SENDER UNIT INSIDE THE FUEL TANK WITH A NEW IMPROVED SENDER CARD. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 10V074000

Mar 2, 2010 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 NISSAN QUEST VEHICLES. THE BRAKE PEDAL PIVOT PIN END WAS NOT SPIN-FORMED TO SPECIFICATION DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY. THE PIVOT PIN COULD SLIDE AND CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO PARTIALLY DISENGAGE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL BRACKET.

Consequence: THE DRIVER WILL EXPERIENCE UNUSUAL AND NOTICEABLE LOOSENESS IN THE PEDAL AND A REDUCTION IN BRAKING FORCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE PIVOT PIN HAD BEEN FORMED PROPERLY AND WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 10V072000

23 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan ARMADA

Owner Complaints

23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan ARMADA (3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Structure9
Suspension4
Electrical System3
Engine3
Fuel System3
Gasoline3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Mar 13, 2024 · Suspension, Structure, Wheels
“Unknown, brakes Wheels & suspension”
Nov 18, 2021 · Electrical System, Air Bags, Seats
“DRIVERS SEAT WON'T MOVE FORWARD OR BACK. ALL OTHER SEAT FUNCTIONS WORK Plan to have the Nissan dealership fine out what the problem is. . Heated seat will not work. Appeared to me to be a fuse…”
Feb 27, 2021 · Seats
“DRIVERS SEAT WON'T MOVE FORWARD OR BACK. ALL OTHER SEAT FUNCTIONS WORK CORRECTLY.”
Dec 15, 2020 · Air Bags, Structure, Unknown Or Other Crash Fire 1 injury
“I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON THE MORNING OF 11/17/2020, WHEN I HIT A DEER WITH A FRONT OF MY SUV. THE FRONT END OF MY SUV WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED WHICH CAUSED THE AIRBAG TO DEPLOY, WHEN THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED I…”
Jun 11, 2020 · Unknown Or Other
“OPENED THE CAR AND FOUND MY REAR OVERHEAD CONSOLE HANGING BY THE ELECTRICAL WIRES IN THE BACK SEAT. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY FOR 3 DAYS. 2 MONTHS LATER, WHILE DRIVING, THE FRONT…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2009 NISSAN ARMADA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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